Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon Sports Medicine

Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP (COSSA) is a highly respected, physician-owned pediatric orthopaedic group with six fellowship-trained surgeons serving Florida’s West Central region. With offices in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch, COSSA is the exclusive pediatric orthopaedic partner of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, a nationally ranked children’s hospital.

We are recruiting a General Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon with a strong interest in sports medicine to join our established Tampa Bay practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a sports-minded pediatric orthopaedist to build a high-volume clinical and surgical practice within a collaborative, well-established group.

Position Highlights

• Established Tampa Bay market with strong referral base
   
• High-volume pediatric and adolescent sports medicine, including fracture care and sports-related injuries
   
• Broad-based general pediatric orthopaedics: trauma, hip, foot & ankle, neuromuscular, and sports
• Opportunity to develop relationships with local schools, athletic programs, and community sports organizations
• Strong clinical support from PAs, athletic trainers, nurses, and administrative staff
• Excellent surgical access through Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
• Competitive base salary with productivity bonus
• Comprehensive benefits, CME, profit sharing, and relocation assistance
• Partnership track in a physician-owned practice

Ideal Candidate

We seek a fellowship-trained pediatric orthopaedic surgeon who enjoys caring for active children and adolescent athletes and values a generalist practice model. Subspecialty interests in sports medicine, hip preservation, foot & ankle, or trauma are welcome, but the ideal candidate is comfortable managing a wide spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions and collaborating within a multispecialty group.

Why Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay offers an exceptional quality of life with year-round outdoor recreation, professional sports, vibrant neighborhoods, and world-class beaches, all with no state income tax. The region has a strong youth sports culture and a growing pediatric population, creating an ideal environment for a sports-focused pediatric orthopaedic practice.

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery fellowship
• Board eligible or board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Eligible for Florida medical licensure
• Eligible for hospital privileges
• Demonstrated ability to manage a broad spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including fracture care and sports-related injuries
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to high-quality patient care

Preferred / Desired Qualifications

• Clinical interest or experience in pediatric and adolescent sports medicine
• Experience caring for youth and adolescent athletes, including acute injuries and overuse conditions
• Interest in community outreach and relationship-building with local schools, athletic programs, and referring providers
• Comfort practicing within a general pediatric orthopaedic call model
• Collaborative mindset and interest in long-term partnership in a physician-owned group

Professional Attributes

• Patient-centered approach to care
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including PAs, athletic trainers, and nursing staff
• Commitment to ethical practice, professionalism, and continuous improvement
• Interest in contributing to clinical education and mentorship within the practice

Other Requirements

• Willingness to participate in group call coverage Q6 - APP's take 1st call
• Willingness to practice across COSSA’s Tampa Bay clinic locations as needed